BDE Apparel Launch Selling Out
With Black Diamond’s Fall 2013 apparel launch just hitting stores selling out, its Spring 2014 apparel line has followed suit by likewise selling out, Black Diamond Inc.’s CEO Peter Metcalf told attendees on Sept. 10 at the 2013 Gateway Confer
Austin Canoe and Kayak Leases 30,000-s.f. to Consolidate Operations
Austin Canoe and Kayak (ACK) has leased a new 30,000-square-foot warehouse to consolidate its two warehouses and all support functions. The transition is set to begin in October and be completed in time for the holiday season.
Puma Signs Jamaal Charles as Endorser
Puma announced a two-year partnership with professional football player Jamaal Charles who will represent the brand’s training category. Charles joins Minnesota wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson, World’s Fastest Man Usain Bolt, soccer star M
Foot Locker Introduces Six02.com
Foot Locker, Inc. announced the introduction of SIX02.com, the e-retail extension of its SIX:02 stores, featuring fitness apparel and athletic footwear for women. Created for the active, performance-minded woman, SIX02.com is a fitness destination…
Merrell Opens New Round of “The Pack Project” Grant Applications
Merrell opened its call for new grant applications for “The Pack Project” initiative. The Pack Project selects and funds programs and ideas that inspire an increase in outdoor participation. Grants of $2,500 directly support the resources and
Body Glove Appoints Hawaii Rep
Body Glove international announced its newest sales representative, Myles Padaca. Padaca will cover the state of Hawaii for Body Glove apparel, wetsuits, PFD’s lycra and swimwear…
Delta Apparel Appoints Rod McGeachy as President of Soffe
Delta Apparel, Inc. said Rod McGeachy will be joining Delta Apparel as President of the company's Soffe division, effective Sept. 17. McGeachy was most recently serving as Chairman and CEO of Tandy Brands Accessories. Prior to Tandy Brands, McGeachy
Study: US Childhood Obesity Rate Declining
Exercise and dietary habits of U.S. kids and teenagers seems to have improved over the past decade, according to a new study in the journal Pediatrics. The study found that from 2001-2002 to 2009-2010, the average number of days per week being physically
Fila ‘Independents’ Video Series to Air Exclusively on Complex TV
Fila USA kicked off Fall 2013 with a 12 part video series: Rise of the Independents. At a time when some might say that brands – and not the retailers – have taken on the role of curator and tastemaker, these spots celebrate the shoes and the independent
Report: Rajon Rondo May Leave Nike for Anta
Rajon Rondo, star guard of the Boston Celtics, could be leaving Nike for Chinese shoe company Anta, according to the
Boston Globe. Former Celtic and now Brooklyn Net Kevin Garnett joined Anta as its first marque player a few years ago…
Investor Consortium Recruits CEO for Billabong
Oaktree Capital Management and Centerbridge Partners have recruited a senior surf industry executive to run Billabong International should the struggling Australian company accept its turnaround offer, according to a report in the Australian publication F
The Outdoor Foundation Partners with Grassroots Retailers to Reach Youth
The Outdoor Foundation has joined with retail members of the Grassroots Outdoor Alliance to award more than $50,000 in grants to local non-profit organizations that get people outdoors…
Winter Bookings up Substantially at Western Mountain Resorts
As of Aug. 31, on-the-books occupancy at western mountain resorts is up nine percent for arrivals in September through February compared to the same period last year with increases in every month except November, according to the most recent data released
Gildan Named to Dow Jones Sustainability World Index
Gildan Activewear Inc. has become one of only two North American companies to be included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index in the Textiles, Apparel and Luxury Goods sector, with effect from Sept. 23, 2013…
Kenneth Cole Celebrates 30 Years
After launching the company's 30 year anniversary with a February return to New York Fashion Week, Kenneth Cole continues the 2013 celebration with the September 12 launch of 30YearsBold.com. Designed to salute the company's 30 year heritage of
